Refuge Coffee Finds a New Home at Lulah Hills

There's something special brewing in DeKalb County, and it's much more than coffee.

One of DeKalb's most beloved local coffee shops, Refuge Coffee Co., has officially opened its newest location at Lulah Hills, welcoming visitors into a space built on connection, community, and purpose. The new café marks the nonprofit's fourth location and its first home within the exciting Lulah Hills redevelopment in Decatur.

Located in a thoughtfully renovated building at the corner of North Druid Hills Road and Mistletoe Road, the café serves as both a neighborhood gathering place and a gateway into one of DeKalb County's most anticipated mixed-use destinations. Rather than constructing something entirely new, Refuge transformed a former commercial building into a warm, inviting space that reflects its mission of creating opportunities and bringing people together.

More Than a Coffee Shop

Every cup of coffee at Refuge tells a bigger story.

Founded in Clarkston, Refuge Coffee Co. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing paid job training, mentorship, and employment opportunities for refugees and immigrants as they begin new chapters in the United States. Through its cafés and catering program, Refuge creates meaningful pathways toward economic independence while fostering a culture of welcome throughout the community.

Visitors can enjoy expertly crafted espresso drinks, fresh pastries, seasonal beverages, and locally roasted coffee, knowing their purchase directly supports an organization committed to changing lives.

A Perfect Fit for Lulah Hills

As Lulah Hills continues transforming the former North DeKalb Mall site into a vibrant destination for shopping, dining, entertainment, and community gathering, Refuge Coffee feels right at home.

The development is designed to bring people together through thoughtfully curated local businesses, open green spaces, and walkable experiences. Refuge's mission of hospitality and inclusion perfectly complements the vision for this growing district, making it one of the first local businesses to help shape the future of the neighborhood.

Plan Your Visit

Whether you're meeting friends, catching up on work, grabbing your morning coffee, or simply exploring everything Lulah Hills has to offer, Refuge Coffee is worth adding to your DeKalb itinerary.

Take a moment to slow down, sip something delicious, and experience how one local coffee shop continues to create meaningful impact—one cup at a time.

Because in DeKalb, great coffee isn't just about what's in your cup—it's about the community that comes together around it.